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'Risk to Peel citizens is still low': Peel Region reports third confirmed case of coronavirus:Man in is 50s tests positive for COVID-19 after being assessed at Brampton Civic Hospital
A man in his 50s is the third person to test positive for the novel coronavirus, the Region of Peel Public Health reports.
Ontario confirms 29th case of COVID-19
Ontario has identified another person infected with COVID-19, the Ministry of Health said Sunday, raising the province’s number of confirmed coronavirus cases to 29.
Tim Hortons gets rid of Roll Up The Rim paper cups amid coronavirus outbreak
Canadian coffee giant Tim Hortons is getting rid of Roll Up The Rim paper cups in advance of its iconic annual giveaway because of public health concerns over the novel coronavirus.Changes to the nationwide contest, in which customers win $30 mil
Hospitals warn they can’t cope if coronavirus outbreak worsens in Canada
Hospitals in Canada are warning the federal government that a health system already stretched thin may not be able to cope if the novel coronavirus outbreak continues to worsen here.
#ICYMI: 4 popular reads on the Flamborough Review site this week:Top news and information from March 2-6
A story about a proposed three-storey mixed-use development at the busy intersection of Hamilton and Dundas streets was the most popular on the Review website this week.
Public school board taking steps at Peel schools to protect against coronavirus
Peel District School Board is taking proactive measures.
Dundas Canadian Tire building demolition permit requested:Company looks to demolish structure while reviewing purchase offers
Company looks to demolish structure while reviewing purchase offers
Hamilton schools rife with anti-Muslim bullying, panel told:Students say they’re picked on for hijabs, derided as terrorists
Nazli Khan says her son loved to go to school until he began Grade 9 at Saltfleet District High School in September and began being picked on for being Muslim.
Dundas Pleasant View tree clearing won't face any City fines:Niagara Escarpment Commission continues review while Hamilton closes file
The Issue: No charges, fines for Pleasant View tree clearingThe Impact: Community concerned by city staff decisions.
‘We were on a cruise to nowhere’: Coronavirus scare kept Wyevale woman stuck aboard ship:Angela Ingram was a passenger on the MS Westerdam, which floated around the South China Sea for thr
Angela Ingram was a passenger on the MS Westerdam, which floated around the South China Sea for three weeks.
Wellington County: Have coronavirus symptoms? Don't come to our buildings:County asks people who are experiencing symptoms or have recently been to hot spots to avoid going to its facilities
People who are experiencing coronavirus symptoms or have recently been to several hot spots are being asked to stay away from Wellington County facilities.On Friday, the county announced it “has implemented proactive measures as precaution to lim
Guelph coronavirus screening centre could open by next week
While there have been no reported cases of COVID-19 in the city, Guelph will likely see a screening centre for the novel coronavirus ready to go by next week.
Hamilton Mountain's Cyprus Lounge and Café offers a quiet, friendly experience:445 Concession St., across from G.L. Armstrong Elementary School
It’s an ideal place to catch that early evening or late-night sports event on the big screen, or just share a friendly cup of tea or coffee.
'May have been able to pass the virus': Mississauga woman second case of coronavirus in Peel:Peel health seeking passengers from Feb. 28 flight
Peel Public Health is seeking passengers of a February flight after a second Mississauga resident has tested positive for novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
Person who tested positive for coronavirus took the TTC, agency says:TTC identifying specific vehicles individual took
TTC identifying specific vehicles individual took
Man who visited Iran marks Toronto's 14th case of coronavirus:Patient is in self-isolation where he remains: officials
Patient is in self-isolation where he remains: officials
Coronavirus testing ramps up as Ontario searches for missed cases
Testing for the novel coronavirus is rapidly expanding in Ontario, with the province’s public health agency actively searching for missed COVID-19 cases at hospitals in six cities and, likely soon, in doctor’s offices too.
North York's Iranian business community hit hard by coronavirus outbreak:Shop owners say they've seen a 50 per cent drop in sales
Shop owners say they've seen a 50 per cent drop in sales
It's time to spring forward: Check out these daylight saving time facts:DST lets us enjoy an extra hour of sunlight during the summer months
Daylight saving time lets us enjoy an extra hour of sunlight during the summer months, here are some lesser known facts about the tradition.
Fort Erie prepared for possible spread of coronavirus:Steps being taken by staff, firefighters and schools to keep COVID-19 at bay
Steps being taken by staff, firefighters and schools to keep COVID-19 at bay.
Mississauga has first confirmed coronavirus case: Peel Public Health:Man, in his 60s recovering in self-isolation
Mississauga and Peel Region has its first confirmed case of COVID-19
Belly dancer is new Concession Street Business Improvement Area chair:Eshe Despres says she wants to continue improving the street
The new chair of the Concession Street Business Improvement Area is a belly dancer with a knack for organization.
Ontario’s coronavirus cases hit 20, but Ford government stands by its sick day policy
As Ontario’s COVID-19 case count continues rising, Premier Doug Ford’s government is resisting pressure to reverse labour law changes that allow employers to demand sick notes and revoked two paid sick days for every worker.
Toronto Catholic school board cancels European trips over March Break because of coronavirus outbreak
The Toronto Catholic District School Board has cancelled all upcoming March Break and Easter trips to Europe as the novel coronavirus continues to spread in that continent.
Mortality rate of coronavirus is 3.4% worldwide — more than double that of the flu. Here’s everything we know about COVID-19
How many people are infected worldwide? What’s the government doing to keep me safe? What’s the mortality rate of the virus? Here’s everything you need to know about the virus.
Boy arrested after armed robbery at Burlington high school
BURLINGTON – Halton police say one boy was arrested after a youth was robbed at a Burlington high school on Wednesday, Feb. 26.
Newmarket woman with coronavirus visited seniors' centre Feb. 22 and 24:Sixth York Region patient with COVD-19 a Richmond Hill senior back from Egypt
Sixth York Region patient with COVD-19 a Richmond Hill senior back from Egypt
Man who visited Iran marks Toronto's 9th case of coronavirus:Patient is in self-isolation where he remains: officials
Patient is in self-isolation where he remains: officials
Low risk of coronavirus spreading at Muskoka Airport in Gravenhurst, says CEO:Traffic at the airport is low this time of year, says Len O'Connor
MUSKOKA — As more cases are being reported in Ontario of novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, what is the Muskoka Airport doing to keep staff and crew members safe?
'Overall, the risk is low': Durham's first novel coronavirus cases confirmed
Risk of contracting COVID-19 low, but people should be vigilant.
Metrolinx says it's 'very prepared' after GO bus traveller tests positive for coronavirus:Transit authority says it's 'applying long-lasting, anti-microbial agent' to all its vehicles
Transit authority says it's 'applying long-lasting, anti-microbial agent' to all its vehicles
'It can take months and months before we hear': New east Waterdown school at the mercy of the province:Board will have to submit business case for new build
Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Ward 15 trustee Penny Deathe said a new school for east Waterdown could be coming closer to fruition — but it is at the mercy of the provincial government.
Health officials reveal coronavirus exposure at a Peel workplace:GTA resident recently diagnosed with coronavirus works in Peel region
Peel Public Health (PPH) has confirmed that a workplace in the region has been recently exposed to the coronavirus.
Hamilton councillors agree to expand fire, paramedic services, while raising parking rates
Parking rates will jump 50 cents in July, while Waterdown, upper Stoney Creek to get improved fire service.
Don’t touch ‘it’: Wearing masks properly helps prevent coronavirus spread but can create ‘false sense of security,’ WHO warns
Is it mask on or mask off?
Doug Ford’s sick day policy is dangerous as coronavirus looms
This may be the calm before the coronavirus storm in Ontario, our last chance to plan for the panic of an approaching pandemic.
How to wash hands to curb spread of coronavirus: Toronto Public Health:Follow six-step approach for perfectly clean hands
Wash your hands and do it often.
Next stop, COVID-19? Transit workers seek protection after passenger tests positive for novel coronavirus
At the height of rush hour, passengers packed into public transit buses brush shoulders and sway with the road’s bumps and turns, often close enough to smell that day’s lunch on each other’s breath. Could it be close enough to catch a potentially deadly virus?
Officials raise alert level for Iran as Ontario reports three new coronavirus cases, bringing province’s total to 18
First Hubei province in China. Now Iran.
Preparing for a holiday? Here's what you need to know about travel and the coronavirus:Travel agents will have latest information
March break is almost here, and for some, it signals the start of a holiday.
As coronavirus cases ramp up in Ontario, risk to Peterborough still low:As of March 2 there were 18 reported cases of COVID-19 in Ontario, though none in the Peterborough area
Less than 10 tests have been done in the Peterborough area and none have turned out positive.
Apartment fire in Burlington leaves children hurt, woman with life-threatening injuries and forces evacuation:Cause is unknown and Ontario Fire Marshal has been contacted
A fire in Burlington Monday night (March 2) has left a woman with life-threatening injuries and two children hurt.
Hamilton is "prepared" for possible coronavirus outbreak, say officials
"Public health has been ready for a while," said Emergency Services General Manager Paul Johnson.
Ancaster Lowe's hiring for 56 positions for busy spring season
The Ancaster Lowe’s home improvement store is looking to hire 56 people this spring in preparation for the home improvement industry’s busiest season.
Dundas Pleasant View property right-of-way approved in 2007:City and Niagara Escarpment Commission still investigating tree clearing at 711 York Rd.
City and Niagara Escarpment Commission still investigating tree clearing at 711 York Rd.
Hamilton school board says teacher job actions slowing antibullying plan:But teachers’ union says training on emotion coaching misses mark
Hamilton’s public school board is blaming teacher contract disputes with the province for its failure to meet a goal of making more students feel safe, supported and accepted by June — a contention its elementary teachers’ union rejects.
Dundas St. Joseph's Villa Margaret's Place Hospice construction underway:Benefit concert set for March 15
THE ISSUE: Construction underway of 10-bed Margaret’s Place Hospice at St. Joseph’s Villa.LOCAL IMPACT: Fundraising still needed for first Dundas residential hospice spaces, while construction impacts surrounding neighbourhood.
Feeling anxious about the coronavirus? Experts offer tips to quell pandemic panic:Fear and anxiety are natural emotions, designed to protect us, but “over-intensive" anxiety is not helpful
Fear and anxiety are natural emotions, designed to protect us, but “over-intensive" anxiety is not helpful
UPDATE: Power restored in Waterdown:Alectra Utilities says power was restored by 11:30 a.m.
Alectra Utilities says power was restored in Waterdown as of 11:30 a.m.The outage, impacting 362 customers., was reported at 9:19 a.m.The area without power stretched from Hamilton Street to First Street and from Dundas Street to Parkside Dr
'Just smile and wave': Halton police capture this video of driver on phone and waving at police at busy intersection
A driver is facing Highway Traffic Act charges including distracted driving after a video showing the motorist on the phone.The video was posted on social media Monday morning (March 2) and appears to show the driver seeing police and trying to s
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